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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Detailed Summary & Analysis.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long had their last dry spell lasted before the old man and the boy caught some good fish?
(a) 86 days.
(b) 67 days.
(c) 64 days.
(d) 84 days.

2. What vow does the old man make to the fish?
(a) That he will kill him before the day is over.
(b) That he will die there with the fish.
(c) That he will let the fish go after he pulls him up to the surface.
(d) That he will cut him loose if he does not jump out of the water.

3. How does Santiago know that he is not dead?
(a) He falls down when he tries to get to the tiller.
(b) He feels hungry.
(c) He can bring back the pain in his hands by opening and closing them.
(d) He pinches himself.

4. What is the boy's name?
(a) Gabriel.
(b) Pedrico.
(c) Manolin.
(d) Jose.

5. When Santiago sees the marlin jump out of the water, what does he realize?
(a) It will take another day to bring in this marlin.
(b) He is no physical match for the marlin.
(c) He and the marlin are about the same size.
(d) The marlin is getting very tired and the game is about over.

Short Answer Questions

1. What amusing thing does the old man say to the fish as the fish begins to come nearer the skiff?

2. Who does Santiago think would be proud of him after he gets the fish lashed to the boat?

3. What does Santiago find in the dolphin's maw when he cuts it open?

4. What does Santiago think is unjust but something he must do?

5. What happens by midnight as Santiago returns to the land?

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